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Very Latest Patterns,

anu Lier quality not made than prices
beer n ejeWelry
to ne 11,ayg c,cq,
P'tc""' III sell of ito
sell you piece oJewty Tor p'ei IeUanee ptre you
Jewery GOAL deal
that kind you know just what doing My prices
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Executors Sale.

BY virtue Of the power vested in
me as the executor Of the estate Of
James Little, deceased, / will on
FRIDAY AIRIL stb. 1887,
at the front door of the court house
in Kingwood, West Va, offer for
sale the following described real es.
tate
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Very Moderate

guarantee all ofmy work give entire satisfaction put handspring
will with
new one ce Of change good watch should be cleaned
4 nd
= Q
clock any olycrworc, give me call.
My specialties are Fine Repairing and Low Prices
Hoping o. w favored Win patronage
Very
F. G. HYDE, jeweler,
6586I OAKLAND nm
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70 ACRES OF LRNn

in Valley District. Preston County
w. Va, having thereon a good two.
story dwelling house containing six
rooms; and an orchard Of excellent
iruit.bearing trees. The above de-
scribed land adjoins the lands Of
Henry Riggleman, Richard I.Oar and
others. About one.half Of this land
~ in a good state Of cultivation. and
would make some one very desi.
rable home.
TERM SOP SALE: This sale will
be made for OBe.fOurth cash i'm hand
and the residue upon a credit Of six.
twelve and eighteen months, or ON
such other terms as the executor
and Che purchaser may agree
upon. But the purchaser must
give approved interest bearing notes
for the deferred purchase money.
Such title only will be made 10 the
purchaser as vests I'm me as Execu.
tors but the title 10 said land Is be.
lieyed to be good.
j VI. 6 FAIRFAX,
Ewrrufur
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Opposite Glades Hotel, Oakland, Md.

me hne stock OF Watches and Jewey your eyes
complete stock
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DEFY Competition!

by any ewe the counry doesn't makeny comes from
or who he IS viii 30 with him right
prices On repairing which is always
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THE FARMERS PAPER.

Inc Agricultural Department embra
"lue range and is conducted i'm the in
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1887-05-09
7, ,tshall turn out that Rtcbard p,oo,, r.,

nitshan turn out that Richard Pigott was the
author OF the Phoenix Park letter ascribed to MI.
Parnell as well as the writer OF sundry blaekmail.
ing letters to the Irish National League OF Amer
lea, be must be set down as the most graceless
scamp yet unhung. 1t has been Ireland's misfor-
tune, ever since her struggle for liberty began to
be the victim Of treachery at nearly every turn.
But 1t Is not often that Judas follows up his work
with the devilish persistency that this man Is ac-
cuSed of. To lay his vows OF loyalty On the auc-
tion-block was bad enough, without adding forgery
and libel 10 forswearing
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recently appointed United States consul pass
ing through New York, figures In the police courts
of that city as a victim OF the time-worn bunco
5wfndle- one hundred dollars the worse OF for his
experienced II Is respectfully suggested to the De-
partmenr OF State that a man who reads the news.
papers and uses his wits with SO little effect as
that, Is not likely 70 make brilliant success as a
representative OF the commercial interests OF this
country at a foreign port
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1887-05-09

The interstate commerce bill now figures az an
enlarged and comprehensive civil rights measure.
A colored man who has been ''discriminatedr
against and long and short hauled from car, de.
MAIDS from the commission thai the penalties OF
the law be applied 10 the railroad Moreover, the
Law seems TO cover such case
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1887-05-09

IL Is doubtless due to the quick thought and
prompt action Of Captain Traube that the sad
casualty which befel the steamer La Champagne
was not an appalling disaster. The fate OF thirty
odd emigrants who persisted was deplorable, pu,
n a certain sense 10 was but the outworktng O,
natures principle OF retribution that the mer
who were ready 20 sacrifice everybody else 10,
their own salvation were the only ones to y1fYe,
destruction.
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Henry George has certainly started his anti
poverty crusade on business basis when he sells
the best seats at one OF his popular meetings for
four hundred dollars, and his audience shower the
stage with coins into the bargain. The question
which Is bound TO stare him In the face, however
Is, how long this vigorous interest will continue
For a while, OF course, the novelty OF the move.
menr will keep it buoyanL but arterward IL must
settle down, like other reforms, into a regular
routine. Where's the support to come from then !?
Tne people who are 50 poor as to need the assist
ance OF an anti-poverty society cannot supply the
means for its sustenance any more than a man In
the familiar illustration, can lift himself up by
pulling at his boot-straps; and the people who are
benevolent as well as ricn can better afford TO con-
tribute to the antipoverty fund II it Is not to be
depleted by the cost OF holding weekly meetings In
expensive public halls. There may be consider
able doubt In the minds OF his fellow-citizens gen.
orally whether Mr.. George can abolish poverty
from the earth by organizing a society for that
purpose, or by any other practical means: but as
long as ne goes about his effort in peaceful, hon.
oraoie and law-abiding way, there is not one of
tnem VINO win not heartily wish him well
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congress In the direction Of the upbuilding OF a
new navy, u must be that OF Lillian Nordica, an
American songst ress, singing 'tRule, Britannia
aS TIE opening OF an American exhibition In The
CITY Of London!
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Bosros HOUSE BRAND Or .Corross

company Of Boston Gentlemen have
established Bleachery for Bleaching Cotton
Muslins, known as the "Canton Bleach"
patented process-the only bleaching process
awardeda gold medsl-and, recognizing their
intrinsic worth. we have undertaken their
sale for this city. The Cotton will be known
as the Boston House, brand. and are so
stamped. These Cottons come highly recon-
mended, especially for their whiteness, soft
ness, and durability. They are extensively
used by manufacturers for undergarments,
and are pronounced by them to be the best
they have ever made up The process is
similar to the old-fashioned grass bleach in
value, making them feel to the body like old
cottons often-times washed. They are supe-
rior to other cottons for the following
reasons:
They are full-strength fiber, not being
injured by strong chemicals in bleaching
They contain nothing but pure cotton
fber-no clay. sizing or other chemicals
being used to make them appear heavy. and
which ,all disappear when the cloth is
washed.
They are the softest and best finished
cottons, and it is possible to sew through as
many thicknesses as will run through the
machine. without breaking the needle.
They are more durable than other brands
for the reasons that the threads are not
weakened by chemicals in bleaching.
They are warranted not to mildew or turn
yellow.
We desire every one of our customers to
examine these Cottons, feeling positive that
they are all they claim to be, and that an i'm
partial trial will readily demonstrate their
intrinsic worth.
Boston House" d. D. Muslin, for skirt
ing, &c. only Sc. per yard.
Boston House" c. c. Muslin, heavy quail
ity. for shirts, &c, only 1Oc. per yard.
Boston House, B. B. Muslin. extra fine
quality and soft finished, especially for fine
underwear, only 1Oc per yard.
Boston House, A. A. Muslin extra heavy
fine thread. especially for shirts, under
wear. &C.. only lie. per yard.
Boston House, l Muslin is rated as
The best bleached cotton made, only 12kc.
per yard.
Boston House, Xxx Cambria, soft and
pliable, light wear for summer wear, rated
as being the superior of any cambria of q
similar weight only 12Hc per yard.
EF These estimable goods will be found
in the Basement. F-street front.
my9 WOODWARD LOTHROP.
r AIDES AND CH1LDREN's SUN BONNET
II 13c. EACH; WORTH Soc, at
my7-2t' 745-747 9Th st. g. e.
NEW STANTROPE LAWNS, IN SHORT END
R9u and fs4s
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A BAnaA1s In JACKETS.

We shall after Tuesday morning line OF
Light Tan Kersey English Walking Jackets,
lined and unlined. perfect in shape. At, and
finish, at 90 each. These we have been sell.
ing at $3.50, 1915, $40 and s11, and at this
low price are genuine bargain.
(Third hoor)
WOODWARD L LOTHRo
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SILK VE1vErs AND PIusHEs.

19-inch Fancy Striped velvets in large
variety Of choice color combinations We
have something among this line to mstch
any shade Of dress goods. Only 81 per I'D.
19-inch Silk velvets, all the seasons de-
sirable plain shades, $125 and 81 so yer
yard.
19-inch Black Satin-striped velvets, diff
ferent widths. A choice fabric for combin-
ing with black silk fabrics Only S175 per
yard.
Silk Pushes for fancy work of every de-
scription. All the art shades. Special value,
viz:
19-inch Silk Plush-pistache, new blue,
and garnet Only S1.25 per yard
19-inch Silk Plush-golden olive, light
blue, terra-cotta, and dark olive. Only 81
per yard.
(Main floor. rear Of 1913 street, annex.)
WOODWARD LOTHROP.
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PERSONAL.

DFRsONs OF GOOD CHARACTER AND HONOR.
Il able motives may select suitable wife or husband
from our 5000 patrons information free to callers
by mail. 10 cents; separate reception rooms; mar
riases almost every day best references. BARNARD.
III East 31st 1T New York. lts
OTVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION QUESTIONS
Oand Answers send 10 cents 70 book Stones OF 10
8. ". FLYNN. A. n, Ivy Instituts
ap27-1me s. w. Cor: 18th and sta nv.
Nm ACCOUNT OF THE HEAVY DEMAND UPON
" M We are now prepared TO pay full valns for
JUSTHs Old Stand. 61e D @ nv. splS-3m
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WANTED-ROOMS.

vNANTED-BY GENTLEMAN-ONE OR TWO
w Front Rooms, with boarding, not exceeding e30,
between IL and 18th and H and L ots Address, with
particulars, STRANGER Star Office. 1t'
WANTED-A LADY DESIRES TO RENT, PER-
w manently, at Q low rate, one large or two small
communicating Rooms unfurnished. between 9th and
18th and and SITS. NV. Address, stating terms D..
I. g., Star Office. my7-:Sts
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Folk LORE.

Folk LORE
Those who live in the country-far removed
from the weather bureau-have their own
means Of Judging Of the coming weather. For
instance. the blackberry rains" are always
looked upon - the last cold rains Of spring, and
are followed by very warm weather. They oc-
the blackberry blossoms are blooming on the
bushes. We've been having our blackberry
rains" during the past few days. and now we
are fairly in for the warm weather. 1t is per-
fectly safe now to change heavy for light under
wear. Heavy suits may now be laid away for
future use with perfect safety Henceforth the
greatest comfort can be attained by the highest
covering.
sAKs AND COMPANY.
We would like to have your Judgment on the
magnificent stock Of light underwear and gem
eral furnishing; with which our gents furnish
ing department is literally packed at this time
'bargains") to be found therein are sure to sur.
prise and please you. Figures don't lie- is
trite truisn. but, oh! how they are abused in ad-
vertising generally. Won't you examine the
Underwear, Hosiery Scarfs, Ties Shirts, Col.
lars, Cuffs, Handkerchiefs and general furnish
ings for gentlemen displayed in our windows
with prices attached Stacks of duplicates are
inside. Walk in and handle them You needn't
buy. Just see them and feel of them-thats
all. See the values we are Offering. See the
elegant styles we are showing. See the great
variety from which . selection can be made,
and If you don't buy your summer outfit from
us its because you're already supplied
sAKs AND COMPANY.
Substitute the words Spring and Summer
Clothing" for underwear and general furnish
ings." and we apply precisely the same argu-
ment. Right here it may.not be out of place to
apologize in advance of any possible disappoiut-
ments that may have occurred in the delivery
Of packages on last Saturday. In addition to our
four delivery wagons we had to employ two
cabs to send goods home. In the press of BUSH
ness it is possible some were disappointed. If
such was the case. we can only throw ourselves
on the kind indulgence of those who were so
disappointed.
SAKS COMPANY,
GENERAL OUTF1TTERS,
ny9 300 TO 3Os SEVENTH STREET.
DEPARTMENT BOOMING WITH BA
Mating 14c. per yard. at
myI-2t' 745-747 9Th st. s. e.
NHE GRANDEST LAYOUT OF SHORTEN
l. goods you ever saw. At the
T.. Double Combination
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FOR RENT-STORES.
FOR RENT-OFFTCES

EOR RENT.-OFFICES FOR RENT OR LEASE,
i sos St a. W. Light convenient, and comfortable
offices suitable for patent attorney insurance
other business rent moderate. j. c. LANG, Sos
ST. myT-lw
IrOR RENT-FRONT HALL ROOM, 1ST FLOOR
Il 1919 ST., adjoining Sun Building Price $l3 30
Amply to ". RILEY DEEBLE. Basement. apla LIN
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such was the case, we can only throw ourselves
on the kind indulgence of those who were so
disappointed.
sAKs COMPANY,
GENERAL OUTFITTERS
my9 300 TO 3Os SEVENTH STREET.
MATING DEPARTMENT BOOMING WITH BAR
my7-2ts 745-747 9Th Sc.
TNHE GRANDEsT LAYOUT OF sHORT-END
Il goods you ever saw. At the
my6-3t 1a4i and iS4s 18th st. Sc.
IMMENSE Success
Has Crowned Our Summer Opening of
FINE FOOTWEAR
Thousands Of persons can testify to the mira
culous BARGAINS which We sold last week.
Just consider for moment the wonders which
We offer this week:
BARGAIN NO. 1.
LADIES' BRIGHT DONGOLA KID BUTToNHAND-
SEWED, flexible and Stylish s1.97 Every pair worth
$3.50.
BARGAIN NO.
FRENCH KID OXFORD TIES. 81 81; worth 80.
BARGAIN NOS.
LADIES' FINE cURAso KID OXFORD TIES, NEW
PORT BUTTON AND TIES, hand and machine sewed,
Common Sense and Opera toes, $1.23 only.
BARGAIN NO4
CENTS HAND-sEwED, FAIR STITCHED LOW
AND HIGH QUARTER WAUKENPHAST, 1897; sold
all over at 80.
BARGAIN NO. s.
GENTS HAND-wELT, FAIR-sTITCHED, LOW
AND HIGH QUARTER, LACE AND BUTTON
PRINCE ALBERTS, at S297.
BARGAIN NO. 6.
GENTS PRINCE ALBERTS. OXFORD TIES AND
BUTTON, in lasting, light CALF AND DONGOLA. at
$1-25 to S2.47,
L HEILBRUN,
THE LARGEST oNE-PR1cE SHOE HOUSE.
Leader Of Low Prices Since 25 Years,
4O2 SEVENTH STREET NORTHWEST.
eV See Old Lady in Window
P.s.-TIcKETs AND cHRoMos FOR ALL.
A RNoLp's INDIGO BLUE PRINTS &C. PER
my7-2t. 745-747 9Th st. s'e.
GENUINE FRENCH SATINEs, IN PLAIN AND
Ghgured to match elegant novelties in short ends
| my6-3t ''' oo IIth st' &C.
HAsD-RuN LAcEs
AT HALF PRICE.
We have Just purchased to great advantage lot Of
Hand-Run Mazarin and Marquis Laces and offer them
| prices are low.
| WHITE EMBROIDERED ROBES at half price
Prices from $3 to So. Full quantity of plain material
and trimming.
All OF our Choice French sATTEENs reduced to 3Oc.
FIGURED LINENS, neat patterns One yard wide,
30c.: worth 75c.
GREAT REDUCTIONS EVERYWHERE
! HOSIERY and UNDERWEAR.
| W.. NJ SINISTER SONS.
| e19 Pa ave.
| One Price. my9
SUMNER MILLINERY.
MRS NJ. J. HUNT
Has just returned from New York and invites atten
ton to the latest styles in PARTISAN BONNETS and
HATS and the most elegant novelties in FINE MILL
| merry GOODS.
MERRIMACK sATINEs, IN PLAIN COIORS
NAcream pink. navy and ecru, SSc
myess 1@ RSa sas fsqs iiss e. Sc
THr Best SUMNER Da1sk
IS GOOD PURE TEA.
Let your coffee alone for awhile, and head OF tn.
.kss sssss we have an sseeiisns zssort%sH s % o
| FRESH TEAS at very reasonable prices
n BURcHARD BRO
my7-2t Pennsylvania ave-. cor. ~ IT.
NV PATTERNS IN cRAzY CIoTH. ALL TN
| Double Combination
| my6-3t 1241 and l243 18th st AZ
Hos B sEssas saIs 1 sss,HI3a 1r
Fun Regular Md. T::s coios, only $3.50 per dozen
w. g. TEEr.
! N.Y. VS. Pa ave
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SUBURBAN PROPERTY,

TyOR 0AIR-FOR suBDIvI6IQN NEAR .HYArTS-
kTTrfE On the W. & B. Turnpike and B. 4 O. r, b;
AZ sc-es beautifully located: Price only $4,000
STRfGEN EIIEBEkMANN. 1903 1T Wy9-St
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VARDaWIDE INDIA LINON. SIC PER YARD;
BLUMS,
my1-St' T45-147 Sth st 9 e.
A Ii WOOL FINE DOUBLE WIDTH DEBEIGE.
an light shades, brown and mixed grey; 29c worth
DUO a. Double Continuation
my0-3t 1241 and 1913 lth st sc
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FOR RENT-ROOMS.

IN0R RENT-CAP1TOL HILL. LARGE AIRY.
II furnished unfinished front Rooms second
floor single or en- suite. 200 St se References
changed. mys-3ts
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gTyHE CELLULOD TRUSS.
nd can be worn while bathing.
623 9Th street northwest
Ma FISHER dsvotss her attention 70 The wants of
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I-NOR RENT
90 18th ST. IL rooms, IN. i....s 600 per year
POLO 18th 1T, q rooms do -. s2O. SO
Cleveland ave. rooms. water and gas sl5.55
l004-l006 " ST., q rooms, water. sl5
2l26 10th st., roons, do. ......Sl5
my1-lw HIrETg A. DyFR
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FOR RENT--MISCELLANEOUS
INOR RENT-"LEARN TYPE-wRITING."
L Machines rented at 30 per month and sold
my4-3 m "CAIfGRAPH OFFICE s33 stn.w.
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MATING DEPARTMENT BOOMING WITH BAR
N1GA1NS.-Fancy Mating 14c. per yard. at
BLUM'S,
myI-2t' 745-747 9Th st. s. e.
IuNHE GRANDEST LAYOUT OF SHORT-END
Il goods you ever saw At the
Double Combination,
my6-3t 1241 and 1243 18th ST. sc.
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' Furnished Rooms, with Hoard
400 Massachusetts, ave.. Highland Terrace
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NOR RENT 3 Iangdor, Ter - ~ sIa
Il 81. . ST. IL 40 lOl = CAPITOL At ar 10 90
300 18th ST. NV - 7. 30 gsO st W, of 1,
l2}9 q ST. NV, rs 3255 II Blseen's alley Ar 81. 80
as College ST. W.. dor 20 i l3 h ST. y
14l6 ST. NV. Or. -20-30l A. y CAlWOOD,
mys-3t' Corner 9th and sts NV.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-10-21
The Behrine Sea Trouble.

NEW YORK, Oct. 2O.-A Washington
special says: Secretary Bayard was
seen at late hour last night in regard
to the alleged apology to Canada for the
delay in releasing the seized Canadian
vessels in Behring sea. Mr.. Bayard
said:
In February last the president of the
United States ordered the release of those
British vessels seized in the Behring sea for
alleged violation of the laws of the United
States regulating the capture of fur seals.
The fact that he SO ordered the release was
at once communicated to the British min
lister at the capital, who. under the instruc-
tons of his government, had inquired con-
corning the matter within a week whether
these vessels had been released in accordance
with the presidents order On inquiry at
the department of justice it was found to
the surprise of the secretary of state. that,
owing to some misrepresentation or miscon,
ception of the presidents order, and the fact
of this renewal of the orders of the president.
made in February last, was at once commu-
nicated to the British minister, with an ex-
preston of regret that the first order had not
been promptly obeyed. No other apology or
communication whatever to the British gov
eminent or to Canada has been made upon
This SY1bippt
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-10-21
The Texas EVictions.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2O.-First Auditor
Chenowith, who is from Texas. when
shown the report printed in the South
ern papers that the Rocking Chair
Ranch company were evicting the set
tiers of the panhandle of Texas, said
that this action had long been expected.
"There has been trouble brewing between
this company" he continued, land the set
tiers for some time. The company owns a
tract of land of about thirty or forty square
miles. Running through this land is what is
known as the school fund sections, which
being open to settlement, have been taken
up and are now claimed by those living upon
them. A short time ago the company fenced
in the entire property, while owning but the
alternate strips. Their action is without the
shadow of authority"
will the matter be brought before con-
gress?''
II think not, as it will go before the state
courts first, where, l am of the opinion. it
will be quickly settled there being strong
sympathy openly expressed for the unfor-
tunate settlers, who are the real sufferers in
those matters
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-10-21
A Fatal Collision.

CHARLESTON, S. c., Oct 20-A freight
train from Spartansburg and passen-
ger train from Atlanta collided near
Griers, twelve miles east of Greenville
this morning. 1t was caused by the
freight train not side-tracking at Griers
to let the passenger train pass. The
passenger train consisted of nine
coaches. Both engines were wrecked.
also the postal, baggage and express
cars of the passenger train and the first
three cars of the freight. Engineer
Harris and Conductor Reville, of the
freight train, disappeared. A negro
saw them running through the woods.
The killed are Mrs. Hamp Mcdonald. of
Asheville, N. c.; Robert Ward, the passen-
ger train engineer. The injured are j. b.
Erwin, of Asheville, n. c., leg broken and
other foot badly mashed; Ed Hanchett fire
man of the passenger train, arm amputated
and badly scalded, expected to die; j. l..
Webster, of Columbus, Ga. trainman. arm
amputated and otherwise seriously injured
James Kingan, of Greenville, and S. M.Dyke,
man and w. r. Wilson, of Atlanta, Ca, pain
fully bruised; Misses Mary and Mamie Err
win and Willie Erwin, of Asheville. N. G..
bruised; and Philip Black, (negro), brake,
man of the freight train, con cusSion of the
brain, very serious.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-10-21
END OF CHEAP TELEGRAPHY

Although it was announced with a
great flourish of trumpets when the
Western Union swallowed the Balti-
more & Ohio Telegraph company, that
there would not be an increase of rates,
it turns out that this was misleading.
While Western Union rates will remain
as heretofore, orders have been issued
to make the rate of the new acquisition
conform to those of the purchaser, and
this means the end of cheap telegraph
ing. When the announcement of the
sale of the Baltimore & Ohio telegraph
franchise to its rival was made, there
was widespread feeling that this
meant an advance in telegraph tolls
to compensate in measure forthe add
tional outlay. But it appears from all
examination of the books of the new
acquisition that during the last fiscal
year its gross earnings aggregated up
wards of 100000, and the Western
Union expects to retain three-fourths of
this business at an outlay of not more
than S5C0,000. So there is no excuse for
an increase. Throughout the entire
country there seems to be ademand that
the government shall take decided steps
to establish a telegraph system Ct its
own, and congress will be urged to leg
islate on the subjest at its approaching
session. A combination Of the postal
and telegraph systems of the country
could not but result advantageously to
the people, and there would be no danger
of an increase of rates in the interest of
a few stockholders. By all means let
us have a government Geographic sys-
tenn as speedily as possible.